Emergency Roof Repair in Dothan, Alabama

Active leak or storm damage? Send one request and a local roofer is notified by email. 26 local roofers listed.

Short answer: For an active leak in Dothan, call a listed roofer directly and ask about emergency tarping; confirm its availability and price, since this directory does not guarantee arrival times. In Dothan: 111 days with 58+ mph thunderstorm wind. Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

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The first half hour of a roof emergency

Do these in order. The first two protect people, the last two protect your claim and get a crew moving.

  1. Minutes 0 to 5

    Make the room safe

    Move people and valuables out from under the leak. If water is near an outlet, light fixture or ceiling fan, switch that circuit off at the breaker, but only if the panel is dry and you do not have to stand in water. A ceiling that bulges with water can drop without warning, so keep out from under it.

  2. Minutes 5 to 15

    Catch the water, do not chase it

    Put a bucket under the drip with a towel around it to stop the splash. Water often runs along a rafter before it shows, so the stain is rarely under the hole. Stay off the roof: a wet roof is a fall risk at any hour.

  3. Minutes 15 to 25

    Photograph it and write down the time

    Take dated photos and video of the ceiling, the floor and anything damaged, before you clean up. Write down when you first saw water. Insurers ask for both. In Alabama, the insurer has to acknowledge a claim within 15 days (Ala. Admin. Code r. 482-1-125-.06(1)), so the clock starts when you report it.

  4. Minutes 25 to 30

    Call, and ask four things

    Ask: is a crew free today, will you tarp first and quote the permanent repair after, what is the dispatch or tarp fee before you drive out, and can you send your license number? For Alabama: Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board licenses roofers; check the license before signing a contract over $10,000. 26 of the 26 roofers listed for Dothan are based in town; 26 are within 25 miles.

Where the roofers who cover Dothan are based

26 roofers are listed for Dothan. The map shows the town each one is based in, sized by how many, from the public records we compiled. We hold no response times and no roofer has told us it runs a 24-hour crew, so this shows reach, not arrival time: ask for the dispatch time when you call.

By distance from Dothan

Base town isRoofers
Within 10 miles26
10 to 25 miles0
25 to 50 miles0
Farther than 50 miles0

Closest base towns

TownMilesRoofers
Dothan, ALin town26

Miles are straight-line from the town centre to Dothan's centre. Source: PickARoofer roster, public records.

After tornado-force wind near Dothan, exposed decking is a true emergency: even a few hours of rain into an open roof multiplies damage tenfold, and structural fasteners need a professional eye before temporary coverings go on. Emergency tarping stops active loss and preserves your insurance claim — documenting damage with photos before any work begins keeps the adjuster scope clean. Availability varies by crew, so ask each contractor how soon they can get on site.

Dothan in numbers

Public records for Dothan and its county, not estimates. Each figure shows its source.

  • #10of 209Dothan ranks #10 of the 209 cities we cover for damaging thunderstorm-wind days.
  • #177of 209Dothan ranks #177 of the 209 cities we cover for hail days of 1 inch or more (low end).
  • #173of 209Dothan ranks #173 of the 209 cities we cover for freeze-thaw days (low end).
  • #38of 209Dothan ranks #38 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2021 to 2025 2 2021 1 2022 1 2023 2 2024 6 2025
Hail events per year in the county, 2021 to 2025
20212
20221
20231
20242
20256

12 recorded events across 5 years represented in the data, about 2.4 per represented full year. 2025 had the most events among represented full years: 6.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2021–2025

Costliest storm day on record

Jan 9, 2024

7 reports that day (3 wind, 2 hail, 2 tornado); reported property damage $6,120,000; county FIPS 01069, 2014–June 2026

Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014–June 2026

When storms hit Dothan

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 2 Jan 0 Feb 5 Mar 3 Apr 0 May 2 Jun 1 Jul 1 Aug 0 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan2
Feb0
Mar5
Apr3
May0
Jun2
Jul1
Aug1
Sep0
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

Most hail reports come in March; the season runs January to August. Book inspections and repairs before that window, not after.

Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014–June 2026

Roofing trade around Dothan

  • 8 roofing companies with payroll in the county; 88% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $45,670 a year (Alabama).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Dothan storm record: Houston County

What the National Weather Service logged in Houston County in 2014–2026. County level, because storm reports are filed by county, not by city limits.

  • 1885Founded
  • 322 ft (98 m)Elevation

Where hail of 1 inch or more was reported in Houston County

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  • 111 to 1.74 in
  • 01.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 12.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 2.75 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

12 reports of 1 inch or larger have coordinates. Each dot is a reported location, not a storm path.

Sources: NOAA, Census county outline

Biggest hail days

DateLargest hailReports that dayWhere it was reported
January 9, 2024 2.75 in, about the size of a baseball 2 Dothan
March 13, 2025 1.5 in, about the size of a ping-pong ball 4 Dothan
April 9, 2021 1.5 in, about the size of a ping-pong ball 2 Cottonwood
“The public reported baseball size hail via mping. Several pictures of large hail were also received on social media.”
National Weather Service report, January 9, 2024
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

January 9, 2024

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 1 day in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF2 · January 9, 2024

It stayed on the ground for 20.94 miles and was up to 1000 yards wide. This is a continuation of the Jackson county tornado. The Houston county portion of the tornado is rated EF2 with max winds estimated at 130 mph. This tornado touched down in a swampy area, just east of Holmes Creek in northwest Jackson County.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

85 mph · January 2, 2017

An NWS Survey Team determined that some damage in the Rehobeth area was caused by strong straight line winds on the southern flank of a tornado just to the north. Damage consisted of numerous large trees snapped or uprooted.

What it means for emergency roof repair

The storm record for Houston County includes a 85-mph thunderstorm gust and a EF2 tornado. Wind that strong lifts shingles and tears off flashing, which is why emergency tarping crews book out fast after a front.

Storm data: NOAA Storm Events (public domain). City facts: Wikidata (CC0).

What it costs in Dothan

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, adjusted for Dothan labor and material prices. Your quote depends on roof size, pitch and scope.

That typical price is about 5.0% of the median Dothan home value ($186,600).

Source: Census ACS (Dothan city) · data as of 2019–2023

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What Dothan's climate means for emergency roof repair

  • After tornado-force wind in Dothan, treat any exposed decking as urgent — overnight rain into an open roof multiplies the loss tenfold.
  • A severe Dothan hail event can puncture a roof outright; if you see daylight or active dripping, emergency patching can't wait on an insurance timeline.

Roofers in Dothan, AL

26 listed, first 20 shown. Roofers we verified against a public registry come first.

This list covers roofing companies generally. Confirm emergency roof repair experience, materials, insurance and current availability with each company. A Verified badge refers to the registry check, not a confirmed specialty.

Emergency Roof Repair in Dothan: questions

How do I find a emergency roof repair company in Dothan?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Dothan, AL. This is a general roofing directory; confirm emergency roof repair experience and availability with each company. A Verified badge describes a separate registry check, not a confirmed service specialty or insurance check. Confirm scope, insurance and availability directly. Requests go to one contractor at a time, with up to three attempts; a response or start date is not guaranteed. Free for homeowners.
Will insurance pay for storm-related emergency roof repair in Dothan?
Coverage, deductibles and reporting deadlines depend on your policy and circumstances. Document damage safely, contact your insurer promptly and ask for a written repair scope. This directory cannot determine coverage.
How fast can a roofer reach Dothan?
26 roofers are listed for Dothan: 26 based in town and 26 within 25 miles of the city centre. None of them has told us it runs an emergency crew, and our roster holds no response times, so we cannot promise an arrival time. Call first, ask when a crew can be on site and what the tarp fee is, then send the request so a second roofer is lined up.
When is hail season in Dothan?
March is the worst month: 36% of the 14 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from January to August. Book the inspection before January, while crews still have open dates.
How big does hail get near Dothan?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Dothan measured 2.75 inches, about the size of a baseball. Hail of an inch or more fell on 8 days in the same record. The biggest day was January 9, 2024, with 2 reports. The National Weather Service calls hail of 1 inch or larger severe; the bigger the stone, the more likely it is to crack a shingle.
How many roofing companies work around Dothan?
The Census Bureau counts 8 roofing companies with payroll in Houston County. 87.5% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $45,670 a year (BLS).
How long does an Alabama insurer have to answer a roof claim?
Alabama sets time limits in writing. For example, the insurer must acknowledge receipt of your claim within 15 days (Ala. Admin. Code r. 482-1-125-.06(1)). The full list and a date calculator are on our Alabama claim-deadlines page: pickaroofer.com/claim-deadlines/al.
How old are the homes in Dothan, and does it matter for the roof?
The median home in Dothan was built in 1981, and 48.2% of homes date from before 1980 (Census ACS). A roof on a home that old has often been re-covered at least once, so ask the roofer whether there is a second layer underneath: it changes the tear-off cost. The area sees about 19 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
Is tornado roof damage covered by insurance in Dothan?
Yes, tornado and wind damage is covered under the dwelling portion of standard homeowner policies in Dothan. Document with photos before any cleanup, file promptly, and request a contractor who can meet your adjuster on-site — tornado damage to decking fasteners and structural connections is often undercounted in an adjuster's surface assessment. Some Dothan-area insurers apply a separate wind-and-hail deductible rather than your standard deductible — check your declarations page before assuming what you will pay out of pocket.
What does emergency roof repair cost in Dothan?
Emergency tarping to stop active leaks runs $200 to $600 for most Dothan properties, depending on roof size and accessibility. Permanent emergency repairs — patching damaged sections, replacing blown-off shingles — cost $500 to $3,000 for typical scopes. After-hours and weekend emergency calls typically add a dispatch fee on top of material and labor. If the damage is storm-related, document it before work begins: most homeowner policies cover emergency storm repairs, and the documentation anchors your claim.
Do I need a permit for emergency roof repair in Alabama?
Permit requirements depend on the property, scope of work and local jurisdiction. Check with the city or county building department and confirm who will obtain any required permit before work starts.

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Figures above: NOAA Storm Events Database (hail, wind, tornado; county of the city, 2014–2026), U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year estimates (housing), NASA POWER (temperature and rain, 2014–2023). Prices: our published price method. How we collect data.